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BOT 320V

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,542 mi
Last recorded133,542 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 320V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 133,542 miles

some rust onfule pipes

Pass 20 Apr 2018 133,477 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 133,278 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 133,109 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

seen some rust on rear axel /sub fram

Pass 1 Jul 2013 133,076 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 132,592 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 131,308 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 130,674 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 130,317 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Jun 2009 130,317 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

rear boot floor holed

Pass 18 Aug 2008 130,094 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 129,709 miles

same advisories apply

Fail 8 Sep 2007 129,709 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 12 Sep 2006 127,830 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 126,546 miles

battery insecure

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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BOT 320V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 94,606 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BOT 320V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BOT 320V registered?

BOT 320V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is BOT 320V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOT 320V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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